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When is the deadline to submit Immunization Records for Fall 2026?

Immunization Deadline:  August 28th, 2026

To avoid a HOLD on your SIU Bursar account, submit your Immunization records (See step 3).

How do I become Immunization Compliant?

Step 1: Download form 

Download the Immunization Compliance Form and complete the “Contact Information” area AND 1) have a Licensed Health Care Provider complete the rest of the form OR 2) attach required immunization records.

Step 2: Get your Records

ACCEPTABLE RECORDS OF YOUR IMMUNIZATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

  • High School Records:  The Illinois state health form must include both sides of the form. School computer printout must state school name, address, and phone number. These may contain some, but not all, of your immunization information. Your immunization records do not transfer automatically. You must request a copy.
  • Personal Shot Records:  Must include a signature and the name and location of the providing facility (e.g., physician, health department, etc.).
  • Military Records or World Health Organization (DD2766, MEDPro, DEERS, Mil.Connect, or WHO documents):  These records may not contain all of the required immunizations.
  • State of Illinois residents may obtain records via thru State of Illinois Immunization Registry Health Portal: Varivax Illinois
  • Previous College or University:  Must include college name and address. Your immunization records do not transfer automatically; you must request a copy.

Step 3:  Submit completed Immunization Form and Records

  •   Ways to submit your records:  
  1. Upload to the Saluki Health Portal
  2. Bring documents to the Immunization Compliance Officer at the Information Desk, 1st floor of the Student Health Center.
  3. Go to a New Student Orientation, where Student Health Services will have a table staffed with employees to answer your questions and collect your documents.

How to obtain your Immunization Records from SIU:

Immunization Compliance Officer Contact:

Email: immunizations@siu.edu
Phone: 618/453-4326

 

Updated 4/17/26